'frankies 457' on Serious Eats

Frankie's 457 is designed to be a local's kind of place, one that focuses on rustic Italian cooking, not flashy, over-the-top dishes. We visited their beautiful backyard, ideal for summer dining, to see how their vegetarian food stacked up. More

Editor's note: In "Apps Only," Ben Fishner will be eating his way through New York's appetizer, bar, and lounge menus as your guide to fine dining on a budget. [Photos: Ben Fishner] Frankie's 457 Spuntino is a laid-back Carroll Gardens... More